Layered Global Player: Legal Dynamics Of Eu External Relations Legal Dynamics Of Eu External Relations

Layered Global Player offers a concise but thorough overview of the principles of EU external relations law. By closely examining the role of the European Union on the global scene, it aims to provide a systematic overview of the relevant rules and competences, reflecting the legal developments in their historical and political context. The book contains up-to-date analyses of topics such as the Common Foreign and Security Policy, the Common Security and Defence Policy and the Common Commercial Policy. Moreover, it devotes specific attention to the EU’s external powers with regard to the environment, fundamental human rights and development cooperation. It also includes a dedicated chapter exploring the relations with neighbouring countries, as well as one that elucidates the complex interplay between rules of domestic, European and international provenance. Overall, this book couples an innovative design with comprehensive coverage and an engaging style of writing. Its compactness and accessibility enable readers to master the main features of this dynamic field of law with ease, making it an indispensible resource for scholars and practitioners alike. Front Matter....Pages i-xv Introducing the Layered Global Player....Pages 1-20 Front Matter....Pages 21-21 The Common Foreign and Security Policy....Pages 23-45 The Common Security and Defence Policy....Pages 47-59 Front Matter....Pages 61-61 The Common Commercial Policy....Pages 63-80 The External Environmental Policy....Pages 81-93 The External Human Rights Policy....Pages 95-106 The Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid Policy....Pages 107-119 Front Matter....Pages 121-121 Special Relationships in the European Neighbourhood and Beyond....Pages 123-140 The EU, the Member States and International Law....Pages 141-152 Conclusion: An Effective Global Player?....Pages 153-160 Back Matter....Pages 161-171 Introducing The Layered Global Player -- The Common Foreign And Security Policy -- The Common Security And Defence Policy -- The Common Commercial Policy -- The External Environment Policy -- The External Human Rights Policy -- The Development Cooperation And Humanitarian Aid Policy -- Special Relationships In The European Neighbourhood And Beyond -- The Eu, Member States And International Law -- Conclusion: An Effective Global Player? Henri De Waele. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Layered Global Player offers a concise but thorough overview of the principles of EU external relations law. Through its examination of the role of the European Union on the global scene, it provides a systematic overview of the relevant rules and competences.